Care assistant inCowdenbeath inCowdenbeath PUBLISHED 4 DEC 2024
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SYNOPSIS •
Opportunity to enrich the lives of residents and their families, fostering meaningful connections.
Excellent pay rates and additional enhancements for bank holidays, providing competitive compensation.
Free registration fees for SSSC in Scotland, easing the financial burden for new employees.
Access to a company pension scheme, helping employees plan for their financial future.
Holmes Care Group is seeking passionate Care Assistants to join their team, dedicated to enhancing the lives of residents and their families. The role involves providing high-quality, person-centered care, assisting residents with physical, emotional, and spiritual needs, and engaging in daily activities while offering companionship. Strong communication and teamwork are essential.
Benefits include:
- Competitive pay rates with enhancements for bank holidays
- Paid SSSC registration and Disclosure checks
- Company pension scheme
- Referral bonuses up to £500
- Access to training, health club discounts, and an Employee Assistance Programme
Prospective candidates who embody the company's values of trust, responsibility, and excellence are encouraged to apply or reach out via email.
SYNOPSIS •
Opportunity to enrich the lives of residents and their families, fostering meaningful connections.
Excellent pay rates and additional enhancements for bank holidays, providing competitive compensation.
Free registration fees for SSSC in Scotland, easing the financial burden for new employees.
Access to a company pension scheme, helping employees plan for their financial future.
Comprehensive training and development opportunities, including bespoke online and face-to-face training, ensuring continuous professional growth.
Recognition schemes such as an annual Staff Appreciation Week and participation in National Care Awards, celebrating employee contributions.
Additional benefits like discounts on health club memberships and exclusive retail discounts through the Blue Light Card Scheme.
SYNOPSIS • FULL DESCRIPTION
Care AssistantWe are Holmes Care Group!
Weekly Hours: 0
Join our growing team where we're dedicated to enriching the lives of our residents and their families. Our passionate staff are the driving force behind making this purpose a reality! Our company core values are inspired by
TRUST:
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esponsible,
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nique,
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triving for excellence and
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ogether.
Benefits Package:
- Excellent pay rates + Bank holiday enhancements
- SSSC registration fees paid for (Scotland only)
- Company pension scheme
- Disclosure and Barring Service/PVG application paid for (permanent positions only)
- Refer a Friend Scheme paying up to £500
- Opportunity to join the Blue Light Card Scheme
- Access to Employee Assistance Programme and Occupational Health Provider
- Exclusive Online Retail Discounts and Cash Back
- Discounted Health Club memberships
- Access to bespoke online and face to face training provided by Holmes Care Group
- Additional on-going training and development opportunities
- Recognition schemes including annual Staff Appreciation Week and annual National Care Awards
What does the day of a care assistant look like?
As a naturally caring and compassionate person, you will play a pivotal role in delivering great quality, person related care:
- Providing excellent care and support to residents
- Assisting residents in all aspects of their care needs, e.g. physical, emotional and spiritual
- Providing support and guidance to family members
- Engaging in day-to-day activities and providing companionship to residents
- Maintaining good communication and developing effective working relationships with other team members.
#indcare
SYNOPSIS • FULL DESCRIPTION
Care AssistantWe are Holmes Care Group!
Weekly Hours: 0
Join our growing team where we're dedicated to enriching the lives of our residents and their families. Our passionate staff are the driving force behind making this purpose a reality! Our company core values are inspired by
TRUST:
we are
T
houghtful,
R
esponsible,
U
nique,
S
triving for excellence and
T
ogether.
Benefits Package:
- Excellent pay rates + Bank holiday enhancements
- SSSC registration fees paid for (Scotland only)
- Company pension scheme
- Disclosure and Barring Service/PVG application paid for (permanent positions only)
- Refer a Friend Scheme paying up to £500
- Opportunity to join the Blue Light Card Scheme
- Access to Employee Assistance Programme and Occupational Health Provider
- Exclusive Online Retail Discounts and Cash Back
- Discounted Health Club memberships
- Access to bespoke online and face to face training provided by Holmes Care Group
- Additional on-going training and development opportunities
- Recognition schemes including annual Staff Appreciation Week and annual National Care Awards
What does the day of a care assistant look like?
As a naturally caring and compassionate person, you will play a pivotal role in delivering great quality, person related care:
- Providing excellent care and support to residents
- Assisting residents in all aspects of their care needs, e.g. physical, emotional and spiritual
- Providing support and guidance to family members
- Engaging in day-to-day activities and providing companionship to residents
- Maintaining good communication and developing effective working relationships with other team members.
#indcare
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To work as a Care Assistant in the UK, you need a combination of essential skills, personal qualities, and sometimes specific qualifications. Here are the key skills and attributes required:
Essential Skills:
1. Communication Skills: Ability to communicate clearly and effectively with clients, families, and healthcare professionals. Good listening skills are also important.
2. Empathy and Compassion: Understanding and sharing the feelings of others is crucial in providing emotional support to clients.
3. Patience: The ability to remain calm and composed in stressful or challenging situations is vital.
4. Physical Fitness: Care assisting can involve lifting, moving, and supporting clients, so having a good level of physical fitness is important.
5. Observational Skills: Being able to notice changes in a client’s condition or behavior is crucial for providing appropriate care.
6. Time Management: You will often have to manage multiple tasks and prioritize the needs of your clients effectively.
7. Teamwork: Ability to work well with other healthcare professionals to provide the best care possible for clients.
8. Problem-Solving Skills: Finding effective solutions to challenges that arise during care activities.
9. Basic Cooking and Household Skills: Depending on the role, you may be required to prepare meals or assist with household chores.
Personal Qualities:
1. Dependability: Being reliable and punctual is essential in this role.
2. Respectfulness: Treating clients with dignity and respect is fundamental.
3. Adaptability: Being able to adjust your approach based on the individual needs of clients and varying situations.
4. Cultural Sensitivity: Understanding and appreciating diverse backgrounds and perspectives.
Qualifications:
While formal qualifications are not always required, the following can be beneficial:
1. Care Sector Training: Mandatory training may include safeguarding, first aid, infection control, and health and safety.
2. Health and Social Care Qualifications: NVQs or diplomas in Health and Social Care can enhance job prospects.
3. DBS Check: An Enhanced Disclosure and Barring Service (DBS) check is usually required to ensure the safety of vulnerable individuals.
Experience:
Experience in healthcare, social care, or related fields can be advantageous, though entry-level positions may be available for those new to the sector.
Continuous Development:
Many employers encourage or require ongoing training and professional development to keep skills updated and enhance care delivery.
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